This conference is designed to provide medical device manufacturers with the latest insight and perspective related to payment policies in both the public and private sectors.

The program will also serve as a forum - for seasoned professionals and newcomers alike - to interact with CMS and Administrative officials, device executives and industry consultants to discuss their reimbursement experiences and ideas.

Reimbursement Primer and Strategic Case Studies

The Reimbursement Primer and Strategic Case Studies session will provide a unique, interactive experience for participants developing a reimbursement plan for their company.  Learn the basics of the reimbursement process and how to develop a reimbursement strategy.  In addition, participants will be able to work on case examples, utilizing lessons learned from the instructive sessions.

Topics to be Addressed

• The Impact of Health Care Reform on Medical Device Reimbursement
• Recent Trends in Commercial Payment Policy
• Developing Clinical Evidence for your Medical Technology
• Reimbursement Reform:  The Coding Process and the Impact on Innovation
• Reimbursement in International Markets
• Recognizing Novel Technologies